Production Operative

Harlequin Manufacturing Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlequin Manufacturing Ltd. seeks a production operative to hand trim and assemble products following detailed instructions. You will operate hand and power tools and use forklifts or overhead cranes once trained. The role includes testing and certifying finished products, recording data, reporting defects, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Applicants will need to adhere to safety protocols, wear PPE, and follow company policies as part of daily duties in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Hand trim and assemble products according to drawn and written instructions.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Operate company forklifts and overhead cranes after training.
• Test, inspect and certify finished products.
• Report defects or issues to management promptly.
• Record all production and inspection data.
• Use safety equipment correctly and follow PPE rules.
• Maintain tidy and organised working environment.

Job description

• Hand trimming and assembly of any product that you are trained to do
• Following drawn and written assembly instructions
• Operation of hand and power tools
• Operation of company forklifts (only if fully trained or hold a current licence)
• Operation of overhead cranes (training provided)
• Testing, inspection and certifying processes and finished products
• Reporting defects/issues to management as soon as possible
• Recording of all production and inspection data
• Correct use of all safety equipment provided including PPE
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and H&S instructions
• Assist with the upkeep of a tidy and organised working environment

This is not an exhaustive list but encompasses the main duties that will be required of you on a daily basis, from time to time you may be asked to perform occasional duties at the discretion of your manager.